# Worsening climate extremes putting British way of life at risk – advisers

By Amanda Williams — 2026-05-19

Amanda Williams, head of environmental sustainability at the Chartered Institute of Building, said: “We welcome the report’s recognition that the UK remains underprepared for the impacts of a changing climate, from extreme heat to heavy storms. Without legislation and incentives to ensure new homes and buildings are water efficient, not contributing to and resilient from flooding, and protected from overheating, the risks to human health will continue to grow.

“The recently published Future Homes Standard provides an opportunity to ensure new homes are more resilient to extreme climates but it’s important the standards are clearly defined, delivered and maintained. We urge the Government to take the findings of the Climate Change Committee report seriously and listen to experts from across the construction sector, who will ultimately be responsible for delivering the resilient infrastructure and buildings it highlights.”

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